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NHTSA oversees recalls of vehicles, tires, child seats, and motor-vehicle equipment. Each campaign is identified by an NHTSA campaign number.
NHTSA regulates the safety of every motor vehicle sold in the US plus tires, child seats, and motor-vehicle equipment. Recalls are coordinated under a numbering scheme called the NHTSA Campaign Number — a string like 25V123000 where the first two digits are the year, V is for vehicle (T is for tires, C for child seats, E for equipment), and the rest identifies the campaign. Every vehicle in our database can be looked up by VIN to check whether any active campaigns affect it.
NHTSA recalls are unusual in two ways. First, the cause is usually a defined defect or non-compliance with a Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard rather than a pathogen or contamination event — so 'severity' tracks the consequence of the defect (does the airbag fail to deploy, does the steering lose assist, does the fuel tank leak) rather than reported illnesses. Second, every NHTSA recall is mandatory for the manufacturer to remedy at no charge to the owner, for as long as the vehicle is on the road. There's no expiration on a NHTSA campaign.
We enrich every recall with the full make / model / year-range affected so you can see at a glance whether your vehicle is in scope. If you're not sure, the VIN lookup decodes your specific vehicle and cross-references the database. The remedy is always free — usually a dealer visit for a part replacement, software update, or inspection.
Autocar is recalling 2014-2016 Xpert and XSpotter vehicles because a vent tube defect may allow engine oil to contact hot surfaces, increasing fire risk.
Toyota is recalling approximately 1.97 million vehicles, including Pontiac, Lexus, and Toyota models, to replace passenger air bag inflators that may rupture.
Autocar is recalling 2008-2016 Xpeditor vehicles because a vent tube may detach, allowing engine oil to contact hot surfaces and increase the risk of a vehicle fire.
Chrysler is recalling 2015 Dodge Challengers because a loose or missing rear mounting bolt on the driver's side air bag curtain may increase injury risk in a crash.
Fleetline is recalling specific Nu-Line and Fleetline fender brackets and kits due to insufficient welds that may cause fender separation.
Ford is recalling 2015 F-150 trucks because an improperly riveted steering shaft could separate, causing loss of steering control and increasing crash risk.
General Motors is recalling 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon trucks because front brake calipers may leak fluid, increasing stopping distance and crash risk.
Blue Bird is recalling 2016 Vision and All American school buses because seat foam may not meet federal flammability standards, increasing fire risk.
Motor Coach Industries is recalling 2011-2012 D4000 and 2014-2015 D4500 motorcoaches because a vent tube defect may allow engine oil to contact hot surfaces, increasing fire risk.
Volvo is recalling 2012-2016 VNM trucks because a vent tube may detach, allowing engine oil to contact hot surfaces and increase fire risk.
PACCAR is recalling specific 2016 Kenworth trucks because rear wheels may be loose due to a missed torque verification step, increasing crash risk.
Mack is recalling 2,124 trucks due to a vent tube defect that could allow engine oil to contact hot surfaces, increasing fire risk.
Forest River is recalling specific 2013-2015 RV trailers because a rivet on the quad entry steps may shear, causing the steps to fail and increasing the risk of injury.
PACCAR is recalling specific Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because alternator cables may chafe against a metal line, creating a fire risk.
General Motors is recalling 2011-2012 Chevrolet Malibus because flexible steel seat belt cables may break, increasing injury risk in a crash.
General Motors is recalling 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon trucks because seat frame hooks may not be properly attached, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Ducati is recalling 549 model year 2014 1199 Panigale and Superleggera motorcycles because a rear shock absorber nut may loosen, potentially causing a loss of vehicle control.
PACCAR is recalling 2011-2016 Kenworth trucks because water may leak into the wiper motor, causing wiper failure and potential electrical fires.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 2016 Hurricane and Windsport motorhomes because the co-pilot seat mounting area may not be properly reinforced, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Curt Manufacturing is recalling U-Haul Power Tow Towing Starter Kits because the ball mount tongue may break, potentially causing the trailer to disengage.
Curt Manufacturing is recalling U-Haul Power Tow Towing Starter Kits because the ball mount tongue may break, potentially causing the trailer to disengage.
Jayco is recalling 2,747 model year 2013-2015 Seismic and Eagle Premier trailers because entry step rivets may shear, causing steps to fail and occupants to fall.
FMF Store Fixtures Inc. is recalling specific Nu-Line and Fleetline fender brackets and kits due to insufficient welds that may cause fenders to detach.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2015 Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles because oil may leak from the chain tensioner gasket, posing a fire and road hazard risk.
Idle Free Systems is recalling Electric Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) because mounting points may crack or bolts may fail, causing the unit to detach from the truck.